"Closing Time: Beloved NYC Businesses Bid Farewell in 2025"
The ever-changing landscape of New York City is always a story worth telling. From storefronts that rise and fall to beloved eateries that become integral to our neighborhoods, there's no shortage of stories about the city's businesses. In 2025, several iconic spots closed their doors for good, leaving a lasting impact on their communities.
In Staten Island, Classic Pizza, a Richmond institution since 1989, said goodbye to its loyal customers in June after 36 years of serving up delicious pies. Brandon Rocchio, who took the reins after his parents sold the business, cited health concerns as the reason for his departure. Although the shop is no longer open, its legacy lives on through Pizza Mia, another local favorite that has taken over the space.
Across town in the Bronx, Corner Furniture, a 50,000-square-foot staple since 1972, announced its permanent closure in November. The iconic store, which has been voted the best furniture store in the Bronx for years, is now liquidating its inventory and selling off remaining goods at drastic markdowns. With no official closing date yet set, fans of the store are left to wonder when they'll be able to browse the shelves once more.
In Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, Marlow & Sons, a beloved general store and restaurant that had been around since 2004, closed its doors in April due to a rent increase. The owners, who initially conceived the space as a grocery store with oysters and coffee, wrote a heartfelt farewell on social media, thanking the community for 21 years of support.
Manhattan's Times Square was also affected by the closures, as Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club bid its final farewell after a 28-year run. Owner John Akhtar attributed the closure to a desire to try new things, saying that it was all about the dancers – people who came in to see big band music and dance the night away with live orchestras.
Lastly, Queens' Zum Stammtisch, a German eatery since 1972, announced in February that its pork store would be closing, while the restaurant would remain open. Loyal patrons were left wondering where they could now find their favorite apple strudel, black forest bacon, and other specialty items. The business's social media post read: "All things must come to an end."
As these beloved businesses close their doors for good, it's clear that New York City is constantly evolving – a story worth telling time and again.
The ever-changing landscape of New York City is always a story worth telling. From storefronts that rise and fall to beloved eateries that become integral to our neighborhoods, there's no shortage of stories about the city's businesses. In 2025, several iconic spots closed their doors for good, leaving a lasting impact on their communities.
In Staten Island, Classic Pizza, a Richmond institution since 1989, said goodbye to its loyal customers in June after 36 years of serving up delicious pies. Brandon Rocchio, who took the reins after his parents sold the business, cited health concerns as the reason for his departure. Although the shop is no longer open, its legacy lives on through Pizza Mia, another local favorite that has taken over the space.
Across town in the Bronx, Corner Furniture, a 50,000-square-foot staple since 1972, announced its permanent closure in November. The iconic store, which has been voted the best furniture store in the Bronx for years, is now liquidating its inventory and selling off remaining goods at drastic markdowns. With no official closing date yet set, fans of the store are left to wonder when they'll be able to browse the shelves once more.
In Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, Marlow & Sons, a beloved general store and restaurant that had been around since 2004, closed its doors in April due to a rent increase. The owners, who initially conceived the space as a grocery store with oysters and coffee, wrote a heartfelt farewell on social media, thanking the community for 21 years of support.
Manhattan's Times Square was also affected by the closures, as Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club bid its final farewell after a 28-year run. Owner John Akhtar attributed the closure to a desire to try new things, saying that it was all about the dancers – people who came in to see big band music and dance the night away with live orchestras.
Lastly, Queens' Zum Stammtisch, a German eatery since 1972, announced in February that its pork store would be closing, while the restaurant would remain open. Loyal patrons were left wondering where they could now find their favorite apple strudel, black forest bacon, and other specialty items. The business's social media post read: "All things must come to an end."
As these beloved businesses close their doors for good, it's clear that New York City is constantly evolving – a story worth telling time and again.
i remember going there with my family when i was a kid and now its just a memory lol those owners must have been really stressed out to close it down after 36 years, what's the point of having all that experience and know-how just to leave 
still hoping pizza mia will bring back some of that classic flavor tho
... I mean, these places have been around for decades! Classic Pizza in Staten Island, Corner Furniture in the Bronx - those are institutions, you know? I remember eating at Marlow & Sons' oyster bar in Brooklyn back in the day and just loving it. It's sad to see them all go, but you gotta respect their decision too 
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. And Zum Stammtisch in Queens... that place had the best German food this side of the Mississippi 
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. But at the same time, it's amazing to see how they're being remembered and celebrated by the community - Pizza Mia in Staten Island is already doing a great job of carrying on Classic Pizza's legacy, and fans are still holding out hope that Corner Furniture will reopen.
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. It’s crazy how fast things change in the city, like Classic Pizza just closed after 36 years and Marlow & Sons was gone in April 
. Corner Furniture has been a staple in the Bronx for over 50 years, and now it’s liquidating everything - what a shame 
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I mean, Classic Pizza in Staten Island has been around since 1989 and Corner Furniture in the Bronx has been a staple for over 50 years 
how can we just lose that kind of history and community spirit? 
it's not just the businesses themselves but also all the memories and emotions attached to them 
and Swing 46 Jazz in Manhattan is basically a piece of our city's history gone forever 
Zum Stammtisch in Queens was like my go-to spot for German food when I was younger... it's hard to let those places go 
. That's what makes NYC so special - there's always something new to try or discover. Marlow & Sons' farewell post was really sweet too 
, it shows that even when things come to an end, you can still appreciate the memories and community.
. I mean, 28 years is a long time to run a business - it takes courage to decide to close up shop and move on.
. It'll be interesting to see how new businesses come into the scene and fill the voids left by these beloved spots 
and now it's closed for good. The legacy lives on through Pizza Mia tho 
, so that's a bright spot. Corner Furniture was always so epic, I loved browsing their huge store with my mom 
. It's sad to see it go, but at least they're selling off the goods at super cheap prices 
. Marlow & Sons was like our neighborhood hangout 
, it's gonna be weird not seeing it on the corner anymore. And Swing 46 Jazz... I had so many amazing nights dancing with my friends under the big band music 
. It's just another reminder that change is inevitable and new things are always popping up in NYC 
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...i mean, who doesn't love a good night out with live music? 
. but hey, that's progress right? and who knows, maybe there'll be new businesses to fall in love with 
. I loved going to their store and grabbing some groceries or just hanging out with friends. The owners were always so down-to-earth and friendly.
. It's like they're being squeezed out by the system. Maybe we'll see new businesses come in and fill the void 
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. And Corner Furniture in the Bronx, 50,000 square feet of goodness? That's just crazy talk. You'd have to drive out there to find it anymore.
i've spent so many hrs in there 
. anywaz i feel 4 the famz 
. any1 know where u can get that app strudel in queens now? 
Zum Stammtisch is gonna b missed 
. And can't they just make it easier for us to like and dislike posts instead of having to click on these tiny little buttons? It's so extra 
pizza mia is gonna be a great spot, fingers crossed they can live up to its predecessor's legacy 
as for classic pizza i loved eating there as a kid n now pizza mia takes over which is still pretty cool